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GHMC proposes euthanasia for violent stray dogs in Hyderabad
The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) is petitioning the Telangana High Court to allow euthanasia for highly aggressive stray dogs in Hyderabad. This request comes after a rise in dog bite incidents, including a fatal attack on a four-year-old boy. The GHMC argues that despite spending significant funds on sterilization and vaccination programs, the population of violent stray dogs remains unmanageable, posing a serious threat to public safety. The civic body emphasizes that euthanasia would only be used as a last resort, under strict legal and veterinary supervision. The court took notice of the dog menace after the fatal attack and is currently considering the GHMC's request. Meanwhile, the GHMC encourages citizens to report aggressive or rabid dogs through various channels, including a mobile app, website, and social media, or by calling the emergency number 100.08:04 PM Mar 12, 2025 IST